Saigon Salted Breeze Beyond Thieng Lieng Island

Highlights

Experience the unique charm of Thieng Lieng Island, home to Ho Chi Minh City's last traditional salt fields. Cycle through lush scenery, witness the ancient art of salt-making, and connect with local families. Enjoy fresh seafood, hike to scenic mountaintops, and cool off with a swim in the river. This eco-friendly adventure offers a taste of authentic island life.

Itinerary

Day 1 . 07:30 Group gathering - Tour with guide
Depart from Saigontourist office. Head towards Nha Be, cross the Binh Khanh ferry and continue to Can Thanh town along a beautiful road lined with lush greenery on both sides. Arrive at Tac Suat ferry station and board the boat to Thieng Lieng Island, Thanh An commune.
10:30 Experience the most beautiful road in Saigon and visit poetic natural island - Tour with guide
You are welcome at Thieng Lieng gate, starting the cycling journey to explore the poetic natural island. Visit the famous salt fields of the island, one of the few remaining salt-making areas in Ho Chi Minh City. Afterwards, visit local households participating in community tourism, offering home-made products.
11:30 Enjoy local foods - Tour with guide
Enjoy a home-cooked lunch with local specialties, freshly caught and cultivated by the islanders themselves.
13:00 Vist Giong Chua Mountain - Tour with guide
Continue the journey to visit Giong Chua Mountain (the smallest and unique stone mountain in Ho Chi Minh City), capture unforgettable moments while immersing yourself in the natural scenery.
15:00 Immersing to the blue river - Tour with guide
"Continue the journey to visit Giong Chua Mountain (the smallest and unique stone mountain in Ho Chi Minh City), capture unforgettable moments while immersing yourself in the natural scenery."
15:00 Immersing to the blue river - Tour with guide
The boat trip continues, taking you to visit grouper and oyster farms. Savor the delicious grilled oysters with scallions, a specialty of Thieng Lieng Island, at the ranger's house. Once again, you will be immersed in nature by immersing yourself (bathing in the river) in the clear blue water here.. Throughout the journey, you can purchase local specialties caught and processed by the islanders as gifts for your family.
16:30 Relax foot soak in herbal salt. Overnight in homestay - Tour with guide
Back on the island, enjoy a relaxing foot soak in herbal salt to relieve all the tiredness from the journey. Evening is free for relaxation. Homestay on the island.
Day 2 . 06:00 Breakfast - Tour with guide
Local foods
08:00 Immerse yourself in the work of local people - Tour with guide
Participate in the ""Challenge as a local"" activity, where you will transform into Thieng Lieng islanders, experiencing crab fishing in the pond and net fishing under the guidance of local people. Join in cooking with locals and enjoy the ""freshly made"" results.
11:30 Lunch - Tour with guide
Lunch, rest, and free activities
13:30 Back to Saigon. End of service - Tour with guide

What to Expect

Experience the unique charm of Thieng Lieng Island and learn about its rich history and culture.

Term & conditions

Tour inclusive:
V.A.T and service charge.
Air-conditioned transfer (group-joining).
English-speaking guide.
Admission fees as specified in the itinerary.

02 Lunches, 1 Dinner & 1 Breakfast at local people’s house (without beverage).

Drinking water.

Tour exclusive:
Travel insurance.

All meals and beverages unspecified
Personal expenses and other services unspecified as above.

Tour price for children:

Children from 1 month to 5 years old: free of charge.

Children from 6 years to 10 years old: 80% of adult’s price.

Children from 11 years old: 100% of adult’s price.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

- 7 days prior to departure date: 100% of reservation cost + 20% air - ticket refund fee (if any)

- 8-14 days prior to departure date: 50% of reservation cost + 20% air - ticket refund fee (if any)

- 15-29 days prior to departure date: 25% of reservation cost + 20% air - ticket refund fee (if any)

- 30 or more days prior to departure date: 10% of reservation cost + 20% air - ticket refund (if any).